Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire Research Articles

Role of Sedentary Behavior as a Risk Factor for Hypertension and Obesity

Previous studies have shown that sedentary activity is closely related to an increased risk of hypertension and obesity. However, to understand the relationship between sedentary activity, hypertension, and obesity more deeply, this study involves further analysis. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between sedentary activity and the risk of hypertension and obesity. This research is a quantitative study using an observational design, through a prospective cohort approach. Sedentary activity was measured using the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ). The correlation between sedentary activity and the risk of hypertension and obesity was analyzed using the Spearman Rank correlation method. Sedentary activity becomes a risk factor for hypertension and obesity with a moderate correlation level (r=0.416). High levels of sedentary activity significantly increase the risk of hypertension. This study confirms the significant relationship between sedentary activity and the risk of hypertension and obesity. High levels of sedentary activity increase the risk of hypertension significantly. Therefore, it is recommended to encourage an active lifestyle and reduce sedentary activity to prevent hypertension and obesity.

Association Between Eating Habit, Sedentary Lifestyle, and Place of Living with Nutritional Status Among College Students at Sebelas Maret University

Advances in technology cause shifts in trends, changes in eating patterns, and sedentary activities in college students can impact nutritional status. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between eating habits, sedentary lifestyle, and place of residence on the nutritional status of Sebelas Maret University students. This is was a quantitative analytical study with a cross-sectional design. Study samples were selected using an accidental sampling technique, which obtained 206 samples aged 17-29 years. The research was conducted in March-April 2023. Eating habits were measured using a questionnaire that had gone through reliability and validation tests and sedentary data using the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) instrument. Bivariate data were analyzed using the Chi-Square test. The results showed that there was a significant relationship between eating habits (p<0.00), sedentary lifestyle (p<0.00), and place of residence (p<0.015) and the nutritional status of students. 11.2% were overweight and 52.4% of students were obese. It was concluded that eating habits, sedentary lifestyle, and place of residence are related to the nutritional status of students at Sebelas Maret University. Future researchers should add indicators of the type, amount, and frequency of food consumed to the eating habits variable to deepen the research results.

The difference in physical activity and sedentary behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic in medical and non-medical students at Diponegoro University

Background: University students are already known as a population at high risk for inactive behavior, and the COVID-19 pandemic can increase this risk. Objective: This research was conducted to analyze differences in physical activity and sedentary behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic in medical and non-medical students at Diponegoro University and analyze factors correlated to physical activity and sedentary behavior. Methods: This was an observational research with a cross-sectional design in two groups conducted online. The subjects were students of Diponegoro University, as many as 102 subjects (51 medical students and 51 non-medical students aged 18-22 years). The research was conducted from September to November 2021. The selection was by quota sampling technique. Data were collected by filling out Google forms and an interview. The dependent variables are physical activity and sedentary behavior, measured by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Long Form (IPAQ-LF) and the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ). Data were analyzed by the Mann-Whitney test and Spearman's correlation test.Results: Physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic between medical and non-medical students did not differ significantly (p=0.497). There was no significant difference in physical activity related to work/college, transport, house chores, and recreation (p>0.05). Meanwhile, overall sedentary behavior was not significantly different (p=0.290), as well as sedentary behavior on weekdays and weekends (p>0.05). The level of motivation was significantly correlated with physical activity in medical (p=0.027) and non-medical students (p=0.042).Conclusion: Medical and non-medical students have no differences in physical activity and sedentary behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic. The level of motivation was positively correlated to physical activity in medical and non-medical students.

Relationships between Sedentary Lifestyle and Body Mass Index in Students in Pandemic COVID-19

Background: Students during the Covid-19 pandemic were very close to a sedentary lifestyle because of online learning patterns. This results in an increase in body mass index (BMI) due to lack of physical activity and energy burnt. The aim of this research was to find out the relationship between sedentary lifestyle and body mass index of female students during the Covid-19 pandemic. Subjects dan Method: The research method uses a quantitative analytic observational design, with a cross sectional approach. The population in this study were 110 students of the Midwifery Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, Sebelas Maret University. Sampling using the Slovin formula as many as 85 respondents with a confidence level of 95%. The research dependent variable is the body mass index of female students during the Covid-19 pandemic and the independent variable is sedentary lifestyle. The data collection method is to use the BMI questionnaire and the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ). Data analysis used Somer's test. Results: The results showed that 61.2% of students were included in the less sedentary lifestyle classification, while 56.5% of students had a normal body mass index. The results of bivariate analysis with Somer's correlation test obtained a p-value of 0.045 and a gamma coefficient value of 0.38. Conclusion: The conclusion is that there is a relationship between sedentary lifestyle and body mass index in undergraduate students of Applied Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine, Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta. The correlation strength is moderate. It is hoped that individuals and communities can motivate themselves to carry out physical activities such as regular sports and educational institutions can facilitate learning methods that can involve physical activity in both online and offline learning. Keywords: nutrition status, sedentary lifestyle, student Correspondence: Noviyati Rahardjo Putri. Midwifery Program, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Sebelas Maret. Jl. Ir. Sutami 36A, Surakarta 57126, Central Java, Indonesia. Email: novirahardjo@staff.uns.ac.id. Mobile: +6285742944794.

The Relationship Between Sedentary Lifestyle and Body Mass Index Among Junior High School Students at Jayapura Christian School

<p><strong>Introduction</strong>: As a result of today's technology advancements, many people, including youngsters, are spending more time watching television, playing video games, or using social media on computers or phones. Sedentary lifestyle refers to behaviors like these. Students' activities became passive as a result of studying online at home. As a result, the chance of acquiring more weight and eventually being obese increases. That is the basic issue addressed in the study. The majority of youngsters spend their time on video games, television, or social networking. One of the signs of a sedentary lifestyle is a lack of physical activity. In youngsters, a lack of physical activity might raise the chance of being overweight or obese.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>The purpose of this study is to look into the link between a sedentary lifestyle and a high BMI among Jayapura Christian School Junior High School students.</p><p><strong>Methods</strong>: This is a cross-sectional study including Jayapura Christian School Junior High School students. Purposive sampling is a strategy for collecting data. The Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) was used to collect data and determine Sedentary Lifestyle. In addition, BMI categories were utilized to determine whether someone was normal, overweight, or obese.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The majority of the respondents have an overweight or obese BMI (n=35; 67.3 percent) and a normal BMI (n=17; 32.7 percent), as well as a heavy sedentary lifestyle (n=45; 86.5 percent) and a moderate or light (n=7; 13.5 percent) lifestyle. Using the chi-square statistical test, the results of the two variables analysis, sedentary lifestyle and body mass index category, yielded a p-value of 0.003 and an odds ratio of 17.37 (95 percent CI:2.262–440.1). When compared to students who have a mild or moderate sedentary lifestyle, students with a severe sedentary lifestyle have odds 17.37 times higher chance of having a BMI above normal.</p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>There is a substantial link between a sedentary lifestyle and a BMI over the usual limit among Jayapura Christian School Junior High School students.

Hubungan Sedentary Lifestyle dengan Status Gizi Remaja pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19 di SMPN 14 Jember

More nutritional status occurs because of an imbalance between energy intake and energy expenditure. High energy intake is the result of excessive food consumption, while low energy expenditure is the result of a lack of physical activity. The sedentary lifestyle has increased during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Sedentary lifestyle triggers the risk of overweight and obesity in adolescents. This research uses an analytic observational design with a cross-sectional approach which aims to determine the relationship between sedentary lifestyle and nutritional status of adolescents. Respondents in this study were adolescents aged 13-15 years. The number of samples was 70 respondents used purposive sampling technique. The instrument used was the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) and measurement of nutritional status using standard anthropometric z-score tables to assess nutritional status in children aged 5-18 years. This study obtained the results of the Spearman rank test, obtained a p-value of 0.000 (<0.05) and a correlation coefficient of 0.470, which means that there is a significant and unidirectional relationship with moderate strength between the sedentary lifestyle and the nutritional status of adolescents. It can be concluded that with increasing sedentary lifestyle, nutritional status will also increase. Sedentary lifestyle is a factor associated with overweight status because low physical activity causes fat accumulation due to not burning calories.

Sedentary Behavior Levels in School-age Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The stay-at-home policy during the COVID-19 pandemic increased sedentary behavior (watching TV, playing on cell phones, etc.) in school-age children. WHO recommends that sedentary behavior should only be less than 2 hours per day with an energy expenditure of 1.5 (MET) a week. This study aimed to identify and determine the level of sedentary behavior of children during the pandemic. The research design is a retrospective descriptive by tracing the activities carried out by respondents during the past week, with a sample of 71 elementary school children in grades 4, 5, and 6 who took online learning in Tulungagung Regency, East Java, which was selected using a simple random sampling technique. Instruments of sedentary behavior were measured using the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ), which was modified by Karaca & Demirci. The results showed that 88,3% did small screen recreation, 76% did educational activities using computers/handphones, 70% didn’t travel, and 67% did not engage in cultural activities, such as making handicrafts or playing music, but mostly read books for pleasure 48%. Watching television, and using a computer/cellphone as entertainment, is more interesting in children’s minds. High sedentary behavior is also caused by age and available facilities because the development of curiosity and desire to explore is very high at school age. Children’s physical activity is very important for overall developmental growth because it optimizes the mastery of skills and attitudes, facilitates cognitive development, controls and coordinates body parts, and develops emotional intelligence, which is important in life.
 Keywords: sedentary behavior, growth and development, cognitive development, controlling and coordinating body part, developing emotional intelligence

Sedentary Behavior of Elementary School Students During the Covid-19 Pandemic

Restrictions on social activity due to the Covid-19 pandemic had an impact on sedentary behavior. The purpose of this study was to investigate the physical fitness and sedentary behavior of elementary school students. The method of this study used quantitative descriptive research. The sampling technique used in this study was the total sampling. This study involved 89 students (male = 46; female = 43) as the samples. The instrument used in this study was the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ). The data analysis employed the Microsoft Office Excel 2016 computer program. Based on the results of the research, sedentary behavior of the samples on weekdays (11 hours 45 minutes) and weekends (8 hours 49 minutes) were in the high category. This condition is concerning because it can cause many health problems in children. This research can be a reference for teachers to play a role in cultivating a healthy and active lifestyle. Researchers, for further research, are suggested to expand the size of the sample and update the instrument to gain more comprehensive results.

Independent and Combined Associations between Physical Activity and Sedentary Time with Sleep Quality among Chinese College Students.

Objective: To investigate the independent and combined associations between physical activity and sedentary time with sleep quality among Chinese college students. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among Chinese college students (N = 2347; M age = 20 years; 67.1% students were female). We used the International Physical Activity Questionnaire—Short Form, the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire, and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index to assess the subjects’ physical activity level, sedentary time, and sleep quality, respectively. Analyses were conducted using a multivariate logistic regression model. Result: Of the total participants, 48.6% had poor sleep quality and 10% were at low physical activity levels, and the mean (±SD) sedentary time was 5.33 ± 2.34 h/day. No significant association was found between physical activity and sleep quality (OR = 1.27, 95% CI: 0.95~1.70) among Chinese college students after adjustment for potential confounders. Sedentary time was significantly positively associated with poor sleep quality (OR = 1.37, 95% CI: 1.14~1.65). The risks for those with a low physical activity level and high sedentary time, and a moderate physical activity level and high sedentary time were 2.78 (OR = 2.78, 95% CI: 1.61~4.80) and 1.49 (OR = 1.49, 95% CI: 1.13~1.95) times higher, respectively, than those with a high physical activity level and low sedentary time. Conclusion: Among Chinese college students, high sedentary time was significantly negatively associated with sleep quality. A low physical activity level was insignificantly associated with sleep quality. A moderate physical activity level and high sedentary time, and a low physical activity level and high sedentary time were interactively associated with increased risks of poor sleep quality, respectively.

Relationship between Screen Based Activity and Computer Vision Syndrome Complaints among Vocational High School Students

The development of the industrial revolution 4.0 era resulted in unlimited information technology media that are accessible to all people, especially teenagers who are currently studying. Activities that are using screen-based information technology media or Screen Based Activity (SBA), especially those that are not well controlled, can lead to physical disorders such as Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). This study aims to determine the relationship between SBA and CVS complaints among Vocational High School Students. This research is a descriptive correlative study with a cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 255 students majoring in information technology. The sample was selected using simple random sampling technique. SBA data collection was measured using the adolescent sedentary activity questionnaire, and the CVS complaints were measured using the CVS questionnaire. The results of the bivariate analysis test for the relationship between SBA and CVS complaints using the Spearman Rank test obtained a significant value of 0.000 (p ≤ 0.05) where there was a significant relationship between SBA and CVS complaints in students with a moderate correlation value of 0.416 and a positive correlation direction. This means that with the increasing duration of the SBA, the CVS complaints will increase in students at Vocational High School 1 Denpasar and vice versa. The writer recommends that educational institutions should pay attention to SBA in students by providing knowledge about controlled SBA to prevent CVS complaints.
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 The continuous use of screen-based technology on students for daily activities can lead to physical disturbances
 The increase in complaints of CVS was found to be associated with the longer duration of SBA
 It is necessary to raise awareness and knowledge regarding health effect related to prolonged SBA and optimize the exposure time along with preventive measures in order to reduce CVS complaints among students
 
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Can the sedentary behavior of basketball and volleyball players impact bone mass and bone geometry?

The aim of the study was to evaluate the relationship between sedentary behavior, bone mass, and bone geometry among young male basketball and volleyball players. This cross-sectional study included 55 adolescent basketball ( n = 21) and volleyball ( n = 34) players (14–17 years). Body composition (body mass index, fat mass, and lean mass) was measured by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, comprising bone mineral density, bone mineral content at the lumbar spine, and femoral neck. Bone geometry considered the femur strength index, section modulus, cross-sectional moment of inertia, and cross-sectional area. Dietary intake was obtained through a semiquantitative questionnaire, and the sedentary behavior, by the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire. Linear regression models, fitted by Bayesian methods, explored the variation of the variables by sport. Body composition and bone mass values were high for both sports, but there was no variation for body composition. Adjusting for age, there was no association of sedentary behavior on bone parameters. For femoral strength index, age had a moderate to large association with all bone indicators. Lastly, there was influence of sport (level-2 unit) on the estimates of the association between sedentary behavior and age with bone indicators, as uncertainty estimates for group-level effects were high. There is no association between sedentary behavior and bone parameters, showing that accumulated training loads (15+ h/wk) among young basketball and volleyball players are critical; producing a positive stimulus on bone parameters development.

The correlation between sedentary lifestyle and physical fitness level in adolescents

This study aimed to determine the correlation between a sedentary lifestyle and physical fitness level in adolescents. This research is a cross-sectional descriptive study. The population of this research is the students at SMAN 5 Makassar that amount to 1500 students. Sampling using a purposive sampling technique with a sample of 99 students selected based on inclusions criteria and exclusions criteria. A sedentary lifestyle was assessed by using the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire, while physical fitness level was evaluated by using the Indonesian Physical Fitness Test. Spearman Rho's test was performed to analyze the correlation between variables. A significant negative correlation was observed between a sedentary lifestyle and physical fitness level ( p = 0.00, p < 0.05) in adolescents. This study suggested a need for education on the impact of a sedentary lifestyle on physical fitness in adolescents.

Sedentary Behavior in Elementary School Children Associated with Body Mass Index

Technological advances are increasingly sophisticated to make lifestyle patterns easy and sedentary, especially for elementary school-age children. Just spend their daily time like watching television, playing computer and also playing video games. So reluctant to move and result in lazy to move as well as lack of activity. And cause obesity or overweight. However, not all of them show the prevalence of obesity. Therefore, the researcher aims to determine between sedentary behavior and body mass index in elementary school children. The survey method was carried out by distributing digital questionnaires to students with a total sample of 96 people and the help of Google Forms. The instrument used was the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ). Descriptive analysis of the correlation between the two variables. The results show that sedentary behavior is 96.9%, body mass index is 38.5%, and there is no relationship between sedentary behavior and body mass index in elementary school students. In the future, it is hoped that there will be further research with a better research design on sedentary behavior, body mass index, and its influence.

Relationship between Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, and Anthropometric Measurements among Saudi Female Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Overweight and obesity are becoming increasingly prevalent among children and adolescents in Saudi Arabia and are an emerging cause of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Lifestyle factors, such as insufficient levels of physical activity and sedentary behaviors, are responsible for the increased prevalence of NCDs. This study aimed to determine the association between physical activity levels, sedentary behaviors, and anthropometric measurements in Saudi female adolescents. A cross-sectional study was carried out among 399 healthy female adolescent students aged 13–14 years in Arar, Saudi Arabia. The participants were randomly selected from different schools and their anthropometric measurements were determined. The Physical Activity Questionnaire for Older Children (PAQ-C) and the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) were used to assess their physical activity levels and sedentary behaviors, and an analysis was conducted using IBM SPSS software version 25. A multiple linear regression model was used to determine the association between the variables. The majority of the participants had a normal body mass index (BMI; 79.4%) and waist circumference (WC; 62.4%). A total of 74.4% had waist to height ratio (WHtR) < 0.5. About 92.7% of the participants were not meeting PA recommendations of 60 min of moderate to vigorous physical activity daily. The overall mean time spent on sedentary activities was high on both weekdays and weekend days at 357.64 ± 86.29 and 470.51 ± 147.64 min/day, respectively. Moreover, anthropometric measurement (BMI) was positively associated with age and negatively associated with sedentary behavior on weekends, while WHtR was positively associated with age. The multiple linear regression analysis also showed that age and sedentary behavior significantly predicted BMI among the study participants (F (2, 396) = 4.346, p < 0.014) and age was the only significant predictor of WHtR (F (1, 397) = 16.191, p ≤ 0.001). This study revealed that most of the female Saudi adolescents undertook low levels of activity and high levels of sedentary behaviors. Sedentary behaviors were significantly associated with their BMI. Accordingly, an intervention program on healthy lifestyles is important to improve Saudi female adolescents’ lifestyles.

Time spent in different sedentary activity domains across adolescence: a follow-up study

ObjectiveThis longitudinal study aimed to verify possible changes in the time spent in sedentary activities occurring as screen-time, educational, cultural, social, and transportation domains in a sample of Brazilian adolescents between 2015 and 2017. MethodsIt is a longitudinal prospective study with 586 adolescents from 12 to 15 years old at the Baseline (2015) enrolled in 14 public schools from Curitiba, Brazil. The Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire assessed the time spent in sedentary activities in five domains (recreational screen-time, educational, cultural, social, and transportation). A series of linear random effects regressions analyzed changes in the sedentary time between 2015 and 2017, with p < .05. ResultsOverall, 323 adolescents dropped out of the study resulting in a retention rate of 44.9%. The overall sedentary time remained stable from 2015 to 2017 (-3.98 min/day, 95%CI: -15.39; 7.42). The screen-time decreased (-22.22 min/day, 95%CI: -30.30; -14.15), and educational (8.29 min/day, 95% CI: 3.52; 13.06), cultural (3.41 min/day, 95% CI: 0.66; 6.15) and social sedentary activities (8.20 min/day, 95% CI: 2.06; 14.34) increased from 2015 to 2017. ConclusionSignificant reductions in screen-time were evidenced along with increases in time spent on other sedentary activities of educational, cultural, and social nature. KeywordsSedentary behavior, Adolescent health, Longitudinal studies

Translation, cultural adaptation and validity of the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire among school children aged 14-15 years

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Exergaming And Body Mass Index Among Female Adolescent In Riyadh Saudi Arabia

PURPOSE: To examine the association between exergaming and body mass index (BMI) among female adolescents in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A sample of 200 female students age 10-14 years in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia completed a self-administered questionnaire with the help of their parents after the completion of an informed consent letter by the parents. Anthropometric measurements of weight and height took place at schools under controlled conditions after the completion of the enrollment questionnaire. The survey instrument included items and scales adopted from the validated Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) that assessed the time spent watching TV, videogames as well as sitting hours during weekdays and weekend. The survey questions included the type and duration of exergaming. The questions on the survey were translated into Arabic using the back-method translation. A multiple linear regression model was conducted to examine the association of exergaming with BMI. RESULTS: There was a significant negative association between exergaming and BMI among Saudi female adolescents after the adjusting for several covariates (p<0.001). CONCLUSION: Exergaming is associated with lower BMI among female adolescent in Saudi Arabia. This could be an alternative solution for being more active in a population with limited physical activity options due to cultural norms

Sedentary Lifestyle As A Risk Factor For Obesity In Stunted Adolescents At SMPN 1 And 2 Pasar Kemis, Tangerang

Short stunted stature is a condition where z-score for height per age is less than -2 SD. Stunted children have a risk of 3,4 times being obese adolescents. In stunted adolescents, there is a disruption of the fat oxidation process that can cause obesity. In addition, stunted adolescents are less active than non-stunted. The purpose of this study was to determine whether a sedentary lifestyle is a factor that increases the risk of obesity in stunted adolescents. This study is an analytical study with a cross sectional research design. The participants are 63 adolescent selected by purposive sampling. Measurement include z-score height per age and BMI per age. Sedentary lifestyle is determined using modified Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) and it categorize high if ≥5 hours per day. Data was analyzed by Chi-square. Proportion of stunted obesity in SMPN 1 and 2 Pasar Kemis in Tangerang Distric is 44,4%. There was significant relationship between sedentary lifestyle and obesity in stunted adolescent (p=0,001). Sedentary lifestyle are factors that increase the risk of stunted obesity in adolescents of SMPN 1 and 2 Pasar Kemis in Tangerang Distric. From the results of this study, it is hoped that institutions will continue to provide guidance and outreach to students so that obesity does not occur stunted.

Validity and Reliability of the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) in Adolescents Aged Between 11 and 14

Validity and Reliability of the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) in Adolescents Aged Between 11 and 14

The Association of Exergaming and other Activities with the WHO Physical Activity Recommendations among Female Adolescents in Saudi Arabia

This cross-sectional study examined the association of the number of hours of exergaming along with other activities and body mass index (BMI) among Saudi female adolescents and explored the possibility of exergaming as an alternative to meet the World Health Organization (WHO) physical activity recommendations. A sample of 200 female students age 10-14 years completed a selfadministered lifestyle questionnaire with their parents’ assistance after obtaining parental consent letter. The survey instrument included scales adopted from the validated Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ) and modified to include questions for exergaming. Anthropometric measurements of height and weight were conducted at school after the completion of the survey. A multiple linear regression model was conducted to examine the association of exergaming with other sedentary activities and BMI. There was a significant association between the number of hours of exergaming and lower BMI (p<0.001). Moreover, there was a significant difference between both groups with 98% of the exergamers accumulating ≥60 minutes of physical activity daily vs. 0% among non-exergamers (p<0.001). Exergaming may contribute to reducing sedentary behaviors and increasing physical activity levels and could be an alternative solution to aid in meeting the WHO daily recommendation of physical activities for Saudi girls.